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How do you identify Royal Doulton patterns?
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To identify Royal Doulton patterns, look on the item's back or bottom for a pattern number. The British maker introduced a numbering system in 1928, and many pieces produced since then show off a letter and a four-digit number corresponding to a pattern name. Once you've located these numbers, you can utilize trusted online resources to complete the identification process. If you can't find a pattern number, consider having a certified appraiser or knowledgeable antique dealer assist you. On 1stDibs, shop a range of Royal Doulton tableware and decorative objects.
1stDibs ExpertNovember 13, 2024
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Winston Churchill Toby Jug by Royal Doulton
By Royal Doulton
Located in Austin, TX
A handsome vintage Winston Churchill collectible character jug or "Toby jug" decorative mug by the English pottery firm, Royal Doulton.
Category
20th Century English Ceramics
Materials
Ceramic, Earthenware, Pottery
Royal Doulton. A perfect pair of jardinieres on matching stands
By Royal Doulton
Located in London, GB
Royal Doulton. A perfect pair of Royal Doulton jardinieres on matching stands with tubeline raised flower heads and interspersed with circles and mottled blue bodies with burnt ochre...
Category
Vintage 1920s Arts and Crafts Planters and Jardinieres
12 Royal Doulton Hand Painted Artist Signed Custom Made Cabinet Plates
By Royal Doulton
Located in Great Barrington, MA
This is a spectacular set of 12 Royal Doulton cabinet plates that are museum worthy. Each one is hand painted, artist signed by two of Royal Doulton's most famous artists! The center...
Category
Vintage 1910s English Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain
SIX Royal Doulton Pottery Side Plates in Lynn Art Deco Pattern, circa 1930
By Royal Doulton
Located in Lincoln, Lincolnshire
These are a good set of six side or salad plates decorated in the "LYNN" Art Deco pattern and made by Royal Doulton, England in the early 1930s.
The plates are circular and made f...
Category
Mid-20th Century English Art Deco Platters and Serveware
Materials
Pottery
Royal Doulton "Royal Gold" Dinner Service for 12
By Royal Doulton
Located in Astoria, NY
Royal Doulton "Royal Gold" Pattern Dinner Service for Twelve, each with gilt decorated rim and marked "Made in England / Royal Doulton / English Fine Bone China / Royal Gold / H.4980...
Category
20th Century British Modern Tableware
Materials
Porcelain
Antique Set of 12 Royal Doulton for J.E. Caldwell Floral and Gilt Dinner Plates
By Royal Doulton, J.E. Caldwell & Co.
Located in Toronto, ON
A beautiful set of 12 antqiue floral and gilt dishes, manufactured by Royal Doulton for J.E. Caldwell.
Category
Vintage 1910s English Dinner Plates
Materials
Porcelain